England's Gardens

A Modern History

Stephen Parker

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English

DK
04 July 2023

History of Art & Design Styles; Social & cultural history; Gardens (descriptions, history etc); Places & peoples: pictorial works

"Discover the iconic and enduring beauty of English gardens, the people who made them, and the legacy they leave

We may all feel we know what an ""English"" garden is, but do we really?

England's Gardens offers a holistic, modern-day tour and an update on the history of some of the most iconic, enduring, and influential gardens across the country.

This book will help you get to know England's gardens up close and personal. Garden historian Stephen Parker leads you through England's horticultural history, unearthing the cultural context and hidden stories behind the gardens, and bringing lesser-known garden makers to the fore. Parker explores the making of the so-called ""English"" garden - from its origins in the formal splendour of stately homes, all the way to climate-change resilience and future-facing designs of the modern era.

Discover the best gardens to visit with case studies showcasing everything England's gardens have to offer through stunning contemporary photography, careful analysis of planting schemes and garden makers' creative influences. From iconic sites like Sissinghurst and Great Dixter, to more unusual examples such as Plaz Metaxu and the Laskett - this book celebrates England's gardens in all their glorious diversity, sublime beauty, and exuberant eccentricity."

By: Stephen Parker
Imprint: DK
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Dimensions: Height: 252mm, Width: 196mm, Spine: 25mm
Weight: 1.000kg
ISBN: 9780241611579
ISBN 10: 0241611571
Pages: 224
Publication Date: 04 July 2023
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Hardback
Publisher's Status: Active

Steve Parker is a garden historian lecturing at Cardiff. A keen enthusiast of the modern house and garden, his passion extends throughout all of garden history, understanding the context and impact gardens, plants, design and people have had on our cultural history. He's worked for Cardiff University for the past 11 years and visits more than 100 gardens a year.

Reviews for England's Gardens: A Modern History

The author's admirable prose style leads us on an endless series of enjoyable excursions, many of which illustrate the simple truth that the evolution of gardens reflects that of wider society * Country Life * A lavishly illustrated overview of English garden history, which brings a fresh style and offers a contemporary update. * Gardens Illustrated * This is a beautiful but serious book about English garden history * Cotswold Life *